Dried Ting Li Zi Seeds 500g Sulfur Free Clean Chinese Herbal Seed for Decoction and Tea

Dried Ting Li Zi (葶苈子), botanical name Descurainia sophia, is the small dried seed used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is associated with the Lung and Large Intestine channels, with a bitter and pungent flavor and cold nature. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal teas, it is a clean, sulfur-free raw herb suitable for home preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Ting Li Zi (葶苈子), the dried seed of Descurainia sophia
• Sulfur-free raw herb with no added processing
• Clean seeds with minimal foreign matter
• Sourced from Anhui province, China
• Sold as 500g loose bulk decoction pieces

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, reddish-brown to dark brown, and uniform in size. They have a mild, earthy aroma and a slightly bitter, pungent taste when decocted. Texture is dry and free-flowing with minimal dust or debris.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction
• Tea infusion
• Soup addition
• Congee
• Traditional herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Ting Li Zi is traditionally used in decoctions for its Lung-related properties. It is often paired with other herbs in formulas and may be added to soups or congee. Traditional preparation involves boiling the seeds in water, sometimes after lightly crushing them.

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